In the 'old days' people would book a GP appointment for everything, often having to wait for several weeks, arrange to take time off work or someone to bring them, sit in the surgery and see the doctor just to ask for a certificate, a prescription or test results, asking for blood tests to be arranged or a simple referral - all things that could have been done with a quick online request.
A whole team of healthcare professionals is available, not just GPs so we aim to get you the care you need from the person best able to help. Many medical queries can be managed safely without needing a face-to-face appointment. Having the information in advance allows us to quickly assess the most appropriate way to help, saving time and often an unnecessary trip to the surgery. You may then receive contact from us via phone, a message with advice, a prescription sent to the pharmacy, or the GP may order tests or arrange a referral. If a face-to-face appointment is necessary, this will be arranged
If you cannot access the internet, then call us on 01252 872333 and a Receptionist will be happy to take your details and enter them into Anima for you.
Of course, the more people who access the surgery online, the quicker and easier it will be for those folk who need to contact us by phone.